Journal Square
Jersey City
Visit Journal Square
Popular places to visit
Loew's Jersey Theater
Grab some popcorn and travel back to the golden age of Hollywood cinema at Jersey City’s stunningly opulent movie palace.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
American Dream
When you visit American Dream, a popular shopping spot in East Rutherford, you can browse for souvenirs. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Liberty State Park
Besides its many attractions, Jersey City’s sprawling waterfront park offers beautiful views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Manhattan skyline.
Hoboken Waterfront
With a bustling downtown vibe and several scenic pier parks, the Hoboken Waterfront is picturesque entertaining precinct with excellent views of New York City .
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York City
Top hotels in Journal Square
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Great location Grand Central Station and Summit rite next to hotel. Receptionist very helpful with all my questions. Very nice lady."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Everything was perfect except the renovations on the main entrance and the difficulty to get to the ground transportation."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"I like the affordability. I didn’t like there was no microwave nor fridge"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Pod Times Square
"Ultimate no frills stay with just enough room to move around. It is fairly noisy facing the street, but the location made everything I needed easy. Sometimes the elevators backed up with people. Bring or buy some toilet paper because what’s provided has me raw after 2 days."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"I didn’t like the access to elevators. It took to long to access"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Journal Square
McGinley Square
If you're spending some time in McGinley Square, Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park are top sights worth seeing.
The Village
While The Village might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park might not have many top sights, but Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Bergen
Visitors to Bergen like its restaurants and parks, and Montgomery Park is a sight worth a stop.
The Heights
The Heights might not have many top sights, but Monroe Center for the Arts and Barsky Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
